Associate Attorney

Litigation Attorney 0-4 years experience

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Company : Higgins Hopkins McLain & Roswell, LLC

Location : Denver, CO, US

Posted : 2 months ago

Description :

HHMR has a full-time associate attorney position available now. We are looking for someone with 0-4 years of experience. Litigation experience is preferred and an interest in learning and practicing construction defect litigation is a requirement.

You will be mentored by, and learn from, experienced partners and senior associates. You will be an integral member of the team, with substantive case-handling responsibilities and significant opportunities for development of your legal skills.

Must already be licensed in Colorado.

Responsibilities :

• Work alongside senior attorneys to litigate cases from start to finish.
• Communicate with clients and their insurers.
• Draft motions, conduct legal research, attend court appearances and settlement conferences, take depositions, and attend trial, as your experience level allows.

Qualifications :

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and licensed to practice law in Colorado.
• Prior experience working in a civil litigation law firm preferred.
• Prior experience in construction defect or general casualty law preferred; an interest in those areas of law is required.
• Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw preferred).
• Able to work as part of a team, and independently when appropriate, while handling multiple files.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills are required.
• Microsoft Office proficiency is required.
• A high level of pride in your work.

Compensation : $80,000+ yearly DOE

About Higgins Hopkins McLain & Roswell, LLC :

Founded in 2001, Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC is highly regarded for its expertise in construction law and the litigation of construction-related matters, including the defense of large and complex construction defect matters.

In addition to their construction law background, HHMR’s attorneys are well-versed and experienced in tort, contract, property, and general casualty litigation ranging from product liability to personal injury and premises liability claims.

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